Cow Hollow

San Francisco
Cow Hollow showing street scenes and signage
Take in picturesque views of the Golden Gate Bridge and visit other well-known San Francisco attractions in this affluent neighborhood.

Cow Hollow is a youthful, lively district with exceptional restaurants and cozy wine bars. Enjoy delicious French and Italian food and shop for specialty coffee and teas. Inspect local sights and walk to many nearby attractions, including a museum that celebrates the life of American entrepreneur and animator Walt Disney.

Wander around Cow Hollow to come across a few of the neighborhood’s most notable buildings. Among them is the sky-blue McElroy Octagon House, a prime example of the octagon-shaped residences that became popular in the 1850s. Don’t miss the Vedanta Society Old Temple, an exuberant Hindu temple with red onion domes.

Go shopping along the main commercial stretch of Union Street, which is lined with clothing stores and restaurants. Return to Cow Hollow after dark to experience its animated nightlife scene. Bars and nightclubs can be found on Filmore Street as well as nearby Union Street.

Crissy Park is less than 2 miles (3 kilometers) from the center of Cow Hollow. This wide grassy area is known for its sandy beaches, picnic areas and great views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Pick a walking trail to trek along and spend a day outside in this pretty recreational zone.

Find the Walt Disney Family Museum next to Crissy Park. This remarkable museum features exhibits on the life of the famous animator. See original illustrations from Walt Disney’s early career and learn more about Disney’s feature-length animated films. This museum also has a gift shop and runs educational programs for children.

The classical-style Palace of Fine Arts Theatre, which hosts music, dance and other performances, is also less than 15 minutes from Cow Hollow on foot.

Cow Hollow is located between the Marina District and Pacific Heights. Revel in the vibrant atmosphere of this neighborhood. Its proximity to top city attractions make it a great jumping-off point for exploring the city.


Popular places to visit

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Top hotels in Cow Hollow

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is P7,178 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
P7,178
P8,448 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,272 reviews)
"It was a great stay. Very accommodating"

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2024

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4 out of 5
424 Clay St, San Francisco, CA
The price is P5,970 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
P5,970
P7,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,044 reviews)
"Nice location, staff very friendly!"

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2024

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is P6,794 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
P6,794
P7,996 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (661 reviews)
"Loved the stay. Quiet and clean rooms, friendly staff, centrally located."

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2024

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Fairmont San Francisco
Fairmont San Francisco
5 out of 5
950 Mason Street Atop Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA
The price is P11,409 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P11,409
P15,831 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,118 reviews)
"Excellent stay"

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2024

Fairmont San Francisco
The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
4.5 out of 5
335 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA
The price is P9,715 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
P9,715
P13,472 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,908 reviews)
Prepare to pay
"Everything is quite expensive, drinks food. And parking"

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2024

The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St, San Francisco, CA
The price is P8,043 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
P8,043
P9,466 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,184 reviews)
Vacation
"Plus to have garage parking on site with in and out parking service and rooms really good location spot on easy to get around city"

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2024

Handlery Union Square Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Cow Hollow

Pacific Heights featuring a park

Pacific Heights

Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Presidio of San Francisco and Mrs. Doubtfire House. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at California St & Van Ness Ave Stop to see more of the city.

Pacific Heights
Marina District featuring heritage architecture as well as a small group of people

Marina District

5/5(1 area review)

The beautiful waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Marina District. Make a stop by San Francisco Bay or Presidio of San Francisco while you're exploring the area.

Marina District
Japantown

Japantown

Japantown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Konko Church of San Francisco or Peace Pagoda.

Japantown
Lombard Street featuring flowers, a sunset and a house

Russian Hill

Spend some time visiting places like Macondray Lane while getting to know Russian Hill, and be sure to check out the beaches. You can hop aboard the metro at Hyde St & Filbert St Stop or Hyde St & Union St Stop to see more of the area.

Russian Hill
Nob Hill showing a city and street scenes

Nob Hill

4/5(1 area review)

Travelers love Nob Hill for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Washington St & Leavenworth St Stop or Washington St & Jones St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Grace Cathedral and SF Masonic Auditorium.

Nob Hill
Alamo Square showing heritage architecture, a house and a coastal town

Western Addition

Travelers love Western Addition for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Alamo Square and Painted Ladies.

Western Addition

Cow Hollow